Mindfulness and Social-Emotional Learning in K-12
Duration: 54 minutes
Mental health concerns among K-12 students have received increased attention since the outbreak of COVID-19. Concurrently, social-emotional learning (SEL) and mindfulness-based interventions have become more popular in elementary and secondary schools. The presenters will provide a brief overview of the current state of mental health and the research on the effectiveness of SEL and school-based mindfulness programs.
Learn more about Mindfulness and Social-Emotional Learning in K-12Banned Books, Critical Literacy, and the Power of Speech
Duration: 55 minutes
Books about race, racism, gender identity, and sexual orientation have been banned or challenged at high rates in Pennsylvania schools in the past year. How can we prepare future educators to become advocates for the freedom to read diverse books?
Learn more about Banned Books, Critical Literacy, and the Power of SpeechK-12 STEM Landscape & PA Science Standards
Duration: 50 minutes
The first K-12 Engagement Network webinar focused on the current landscape of STEM in our PA schools and the updated PA Science, Technology & Engineering, Environmental Literacy, Sustainability (STEELS) standards with a three-year implementation window.
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